INBAY Wireless Charging Tray Installation Guide
For Renault Kadjar 2015 onwards
Part Number: 241250-50-1
Installation Overview
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing the INBAY wireless charging tray in your Renault Kadjar. Please follow all instructions carefully to ensure proper installation and safe operation.
Difficulty Level: Low to High (depending on user experience)
Important Safety Information
- Ensure correct wiring and connections.
- Route cables carefully to prevent kinking, crimping, or damage.
- Keep cables away from moving parts and ensure they do not become entangled.
- INBAY is not liable for damages caused by improper installation or utilization.
- Use only the supplied mounting material.
- Technical modifications are reserved; no responsibility is accepted for the accuracy of this information.
- The "Qi" symbol is a trademark of the "Wireless Power Consortium".
- CAUTION: Do not place any other objects such as coins, credit cards, etc., onto the INBAY surface. Especially smartphones with attached ring stand holders should not be used.
- CAUTION HOT! Surface temperature can reach up to 55°C.
- CAUTION: Do not operate devices/consumers with more than 5A / 60W on the +12V socket. Otherwise, a risk of overvoltage can occur!
Installation Steps
The installation involves disassembling parts of the center console and connecting the charging tray to the vehicle's power supply.
Step 1: Accessing the Console Area
Begin by carefully removing trim pieces around the gear shift and center console. This may involve using a trim removal tool to gently pry components loose.
Visual Description: The images show hands using tools to carefully remove plastic trim pieces from the car's center console, revealing internal components and wiring.
Step 2: Unscrewing Components
Locate and remove screws securing the center console panels. The images indicate the use of a TX30 screwdriver for specific screws.
Visual Description: Close-up shots show a TX30 screwdriver being used to remove screws from the console, with circular highlights indicating the screw locations.
Step 3: Disconnecting and Removing Panels
Carefully disconnect any electrical connectors attached to the panels being removed. Gently pull panels away from the console.
Visual Description: Hands are shown disconnecting electrical connectors and pulling away sections of the center console trim. Arrows indicate the direction of removal.
Step 4: Preparing the Installation Site
A hole of approximately 10 mm diameter needs to be drilled in the designated area of the center console to route the power cable.
Visual Description: A hand is shown using a drill with a 10mm drill bit to create a hole in the car's console. An eye symbol with "Ø = ca. 10 mm" indicates the required hole size.
Step 5: Routing the Power Cable
Route the power cable from the charging tray through the newly drilled hole and towards the vehicle's power source.
Visual Description: The images show the power cable being threaded through the hole and routed underneath the console, with arrows indicating the path.
Step 6: Connecting the Power Cable
Connect the INBAY charging unit's power cable to the appropriate connector within the vehicle's wiring harness. The images show specific connectors being plugged together.
Visual Description: Close-up images show the power connector from the INBAY unit being plugged into a corresponding connector in the car's wiring harness. A green checkmark symbol indicates a successful connection.
Step 7: Installing the Charging Tray Unit
Place the INBAY wireless charging tray into the prepared space in the center console. Ensure it sits flush and securely.
Visual Description: The charging tray is shown being placed into the console opening. Arrows indicate the placement points.
Step 8: Reassembling the Console
Reinstall all removed trim pieces and panels, ensuring all electrical connectors are reconnected and screws are tightened.
Visual Description: The images show the process of reassembling the center console panels, reversing the disassembly steps.
Step 9: Final Check and Operation
Once assembled, test the wireless charging functionality. A red LED indicates standby mode, and a blue LED indicates that a device is charging.
Visual Description: The top image shows the charging pad with a red LED illuminated (standby). The bottom image shows a smartphone placed on the pad with a blue LED illuminated, indicating charging.
Troubleshooting and Warnings
- Do not place metal objects (coins, credit cards, key rings) on the charging surface as they can cause overheating or damage.
- Smartphones with attached ring stands should not be used.
- Ensure the power source does not exceed 5A / 60W.
Important Post-Installation Note
After installation, this manual must be placed in the glove compartment of the customer's car.